Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Toler Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Toler Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Garland, TX school district, encompassing approximately 93.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Toler Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
425 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Motto
Toler Texans walk to the beat Be responsible Eager to learn Always do your best Treat others with respect
School Rankings
Toler Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Toler Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4818 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Red
School Mascot
Texans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toler Elementary School's ranking?
Toler Elementary School is ranked #4818 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Toler Elementary School often compared to?
Toler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Toler Elementary School?
425 students attend Toler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Toler Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Toler Elementary School?
Toler Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Toler Elementary School offer ?
Toler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Toler Elementary School part of?
Toler Elementary School is part of Garland Independent School District.
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